Namibian fishing company NovaNam has renewed its FISH Standard for Crew certification, maintaining its position as the only company in Namibia and across Africa to hold the international labour compliance standard. The certification recognises safe, fair and ethical working conditions on board fishing vessels and follows an independent audit of NovaNam’s fleet and operations against global, regional and local standards. NovaNam was the first fishing company globally to obtain the certification in 2022. The company operates a fleet of seven vessels, including two freezer trawlers and five wet fish trawlers, out of Lüderitz and Walvis Bay. The fleet employs approximately 280 crew members, with total staff complement standing at around 2,300. thebrief.com.na/2026/03/nova… #namibia #compliancestandards #fishing #economy #africa @MFMRNamibia @PescanovaCorp